Upcoming Events

Mar 29 2023 - 10:00am
Image of Melanie with a book.
Enjoy 20-25 minutes of short stories, songs and lots of movement, followed by playtime to build early literacy skills. Recommended for 18 mo.-3 year olds and their care-givers. Each session in the same week is a repeat event; participants are asked to limit attendance to one session per week.... more
Mar 29 2023 - 10:00am
Image of Eliza holding book.
Enjoy 25-30 minutes of stories, songs and rhymes, then stay to make a craft that goes along with the stories. Preschool storytime is recommended for children and their caregivers who are able to sit still for longer stories to develop school readiness; this is generally children ages 3.5-5 years... more
Mar 30 2023 - 9:00am
Learn how to get the interviews you want by preparing a resume that appropriately sells you to prospective employers. This free, virtual employment workshop held via Zoom is offered by IowaWORKS every 2 weeks on Thursday at 9:00am. Please contact the Des Moines IowaWORKS American Job Center by... more
Mar 30 2023 - 10:00am
Image of Melanie with a book.
Enjoy 20-25 minutes of short stories, songs and lots of movement, followed by playtime to build early literacy skills. Recommended for 18 mo.-3 year olds and their care-givers. Each session in the same week is a repeat event; participants are asked to limit attendance to one session per week.... more
Mar 31 2023 - 10:00am
Image of library bike.
Grown-ups with kiddos ages 0-5 years are invited to join us for around 25 minutes of songs and stories outside at Windfield Park, 114 Windfield Parkway, Waukee. No registration required.
Apr 1 2023 (All day)
Introverts, it’s time to unite! Separately. In your own homes. If you’ve been wanting to join a book club but are not sure you’re up for the time commitment or the people-ing—this is the book club for you. Each month there’s a new book selection, but there’s never a meeting.  And for discussion (... more
Apr 1 2023 (All day)
Sidwalk chalk on pavement
Enjoy a fun project for youth entering grades K-5. This month make your own exploding sidewalk chalk. Registration required. Packs may be picked up during regular library hours between April 1-7. Any packs that are unclaimed by the end of the designated pick-up dates will be available to be... more
Apr 1 2023 (All day)
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These activity packs will contain a simple craft or activity for children ages 2-5 years old with adult supervision. There will be a new pack available on Saturday mornings each week on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Apr 1 2023 (All day)
This month pick up a kit to make your own tie-dye tote. For youth in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Packs may be picked up during regular library hours between April 1-7. Any packs that are unclaimed by the end of the designated pick-up dates will be available to be picked up in the... more
Apr 1 2023 - 10:00am
Learn how to easily etch glass in this beginner-friendly workshop! You'll use etching cream and stencils to etch designs and/or words of your choice onto a 16oz beer can glass, a 3.4oz square glass jar with a cork lid, and a 3.4oz mini milk bottle with a cork lid. After this workshop, you will have... more

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Time Items
All day
 
10am
Jan 18 2023 - 10:00am
 
Jan 18 2023 - 10:00am
 
2pm
Jan 18 2023 - 2:30pm